Riding safari experience I have none of, getting over broken bones from crashing bikes I'm very familiar with...one thing I have learnt is don't rush it or try and over do it. The body is amazing at repairing its self...things can look a whole lot better in 4-6 weeks.

On a positive note: getting past this set-back could give you that extra bit of mental preparation to help on the tough Dakar stages and get you over the finish line!